"We'll certainly look at that," executive vice president Stephen Jones said early this month. "The league will have a big say in when he can come back. We'll certainly evaluate that situation when it comes."

Agent Peter Schaffer recently said he has yet to approach the NFL about a potential comeback for Brent.

If Brent does change his mind and attempts to rejoin the Cowboys, he would be a candidate for suspension under the NFL's personal conduct policy.